Description

4-(2-Bromoacetyl)-3-(Methylthio)Phenyl Acetate is a specialized brominated aromatic ester compound that serves as a critical synthetic intermediate in advanced organic synthesis. This compound is valued for its reactive bromoacetyl and methylthio functional groups, which enable precise chemical transformations. It is primarily utilized by research chemists and process development scientists in the pharmaceutical and agrochemical industries for constructing complex molecular architectures.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: Key building block in the synthesis of novel active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs), particularly those with sulfur-containing heterocycles.
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Used in the research and development of new herbicides, fungicides, and plant growth regulators.
• Material Science Research: Serves as a precursor for functionalized monomers or ligands in polymer and coordination chemistry studies.
• Chemical Biology Probes: Utilized in the development of molecular probes and tags due to its reactive halogen and sulfur groups.
• Custom Synthesis & Contract Manufacturing: Supplied to CDMOs (Contract Development and Manufacturing Organizations) for client-specific synthetic routes.
• Academic & Industrial R&D: Employed in exploratory chemistry for method development and novel compound library generation.

Basic Information

Product Name	4-(2-Bromoacetyl)-3-(Methylthio)Phenyl Acetate
CAS No.	66264-75-3
Molecular Formula	C11H11BrO3S
Molecular Weight	303.17 g/mol
Synonyms	1-[4-(Acetyloxy)-2-(methylthio)phenyl]-2-bromoethan-1-one; 2-Bromo-1-[4-(acetyloxy)-2-(methylthio)phenyl]ethanone; 4-Acetoxy-2-(methylthio)phenacyl bromide; 3-(Methylthio)-4-acetoxyphenacyl bromide; (4-Acetoxy-2-methylthiophenyl) bromomethyl ketone; Bromoacetyl methylthiophenyl acetate; Phenacyl bromide derivative
EINECS	Contact for details

Quality Control

Our 4-(2-Bromoacetyl)-3-(Methylthio)Phenyl Acetate is produced under strict quality management protocols. Each batch undergoes comprehensive analytical testing, including HPLC for purity, NMR for structural confirmation, and Karl Fischer titration for moisture content, to ensure it meets the high standards required for research and process chemistry. A detailed Certificate of Analysis (COA) is provided with every shipment, and we support compliance with relevant regulatory frameworks.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry, and well-ventilated place at a controlled room temperature (15-25°C). Due to its hygroscopic (moisture-sensitive) nature, the container must be kept tightly sealed after opening to prevent degradation from atmospheric moisture. Keep away from incompatible materials.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	White to off-white crystalline powder
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Purity (HPLC)	≥ 97.0%
Melting Point	Contact for details
Loss on Drying	≤ 1.0%
Heavy Metals	≤ 20 ppm
Residual Solvents	Meets ICH guidelines

Note: Specifications can be tailored. Please contact us for the detailed technical data sheet of a specific grade.